Chestertons' Guide to Putney
Putney is a residential gem in Southwest London, well known as a place for the affluent, the culturally minded, and for those in hot pursuit of the elusive work/life balance. While anyone who lives here might want to keep it somewhat under their hats, Putney is the place that proves you can have it all - a city life, a family life, health, wellbeing, the arts, and connectivity with nature.
With its proliferation of Victorian and Edwardian architecture, interspersed with elegant 1930s mansion flats and the best examples of contemporary design, Putney offers high-quality living alongside aesthetic integrity. There's a diverse community ranging from young families to working professionals, with many people choosing to remain here for the different phases of their life once they've discovered its merits.
A place peppered with historic intrigue, outdoor beauty, and cultural quirks every corner has a story to tell. So, what can you expect from life in Putney? Here's a little insider knowledge from the Chestertons team.
Famous Names
On another note, Mary Wollstonecraft - the pioneering feminist and mother of Frankenstein-author, Mary Shelley - survived a suicide attempt by jumping off Putney Bridge in 1795. Duran Duran lead singer, Simon Le Bon; Queen bassist, John Deacon; actors Pierce Brosnan and Jack Whitehall; and Prime Minister Clement Attlee have also lived here. One way or another, you're in good and illustrious (sometimes infamous) company.
The Oxford vs. Cambridge Boat Race
Last, but not least, The Oxford vs. Cambridge Boat Race began here in 1845 and still starts in Putney each year, with the Putney Town Rowing Club, remaining a central part of the community.
